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MF12 XHS

2012 BMW 116

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,820 mi
Last recorded86,820 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 11669,651 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 XHS
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 86,820 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Jan 2026 86,820 miles

Offside Side repeater not working mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 77,774 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 67,965 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 56,973 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 50,260 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 47,570 miles

Front and rear brake discs are rusty

Fail 1 Feb 2021 47,568 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front and rear brake discs are rusty

Pass 14 Feb 2020 45,287 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 41,437 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 37,740 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 34,030 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 29,277 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 24,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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MF12 XHS is a 2012 BMW 116 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 69,651 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MF12 XHS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MF12 XHS registered?

MF12 XHS is a 2012 BMW 116, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is MF12 XHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF12 XHS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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